ManTalks Podcast (Connor Beaton)

This was the last of four incredible conversations in a series titled The Wisdom of Elders. Elder Nii speaks his message with a simplicity that cuts through the rationalizations and justifications we all sometimes hold on to, and he does it with kindness and sincerity. I encourage you to check out the work he’s doing in Canada and globally, and listen in as we discuss the challenges all of us face, the needs of the earth beneath our feet, and role of initiation, elders, women, and men in the days to come.

Elder Dr. Dave Courchene — Nii Gaani Aki Innini (Leading Earth Man) — is a respected elder and knowledge keeper of the Anishinaabe Nation who has devoted his life to sharing Indigenous knowledge, carrying a message of hope, peace, and environmental stewardship. From lighting the sacred fire at the United Nations Earth Summit in 1992, to sharing the stage with spiritual leaders including the Dalai Lama, Elder Dr. Courchene’s leadership has had a global influence.

In 2002, he founded the Turtle Lodge International Centre for Indigenous Education and Wellness, a sacred lodge recognized internationally and by the Assembly of First Nations and the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs as one of the most important gathering places for Indigenous peoples in Canada. Individuals from around the world gather at the Turtle Lodge to facilitate intergenerational knowledge sharing, language revitalization, youth leadership training, and environmental solutions to climate change.

Courchene has built alliances with institutions, academics, and policymakers across the Canada. His work has been recognized with many prestigious honours, including the INDSPIRE National Aboriginal Achievement Award in Culture, Heritage, and Spirituality; an Honorary Doctor of Laws by the University of Winnipeg, the Volunteer Manitoba Award for Outstanding Community Leadership; the International Award of Excellence; the Aboriginal Circle of Educators Award; and the International Indigenous Leadership Award. He is a deeply respected elder, known for his ability to inspire dialogue and cross-cultural understanding between Indigenous knowledge keepers and western-trained scientists. His leadership is rooted in generosity, kindness, and a desire for peace and sustainability.

Connect with Elder Nii

-Website: http://www.turtlelodge.org/

-Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TurtleLodge

-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theturtlelodge/

-Twitter: https://twitter.com/TurtleLodge

-The 7 Sacred Laws of the Anishinaabe People: http://www.turtlelodge.org/what-are-the-7-sacred-laws/

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This is the final episode in the three part codependency segment. This episode is going to talk about breaking free from codependency. 

If there’s codependency in your relationship it doesn't mean that your whole relationship is codependent. You may have it show up in just certain parts of your relationship. 

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In this mini-episode, I unpack how there's a kind of resilience and reliability that only shows up when you face what you're afraid of. When you don't, you're unconsciously learning you can't rely on you when things get difficult. Thanks to those of you on Instagram who asked me to clarify this, and don't forget to share this mini-episode with someone you feel will benefit.

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Talking points: anger, trauma, relationships

This is an essential episode for two reasons.

One, it clearly shows how emotions and behaviors get passed down not just in mind but in body. Two, this episode also shows there are men out there doing real work—and they're committed to it; my guest was already familiar with the somatic part of his feelings. If you grew up in a volatile family, this is doubly worth listening to.

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This week’s mini-episode is a personal one, and about one of the most ancient and powerful rituals we as humans can practice: memento mori--being mindful of the inevitability of death. I dive into how memento mori works as a contemplative practice, its history, and why it’s more than just some personal development tool.

Modern culture works hard to avoid even the idea of death, to the point where we water down some our most compelling stories and ideas. Tons of time is spent on practically forcing light and joy and life. But death helps inform us of how we are living--right here, right now. 

As always, let me know your take. Leave a rating or review and help us reach more people like you.

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Grab your notepad for this one. I wanted to have Eddie on the show because it’s somewhat rare to view sexual addiction (porn or otherwise) through the lens of Inner Child work. How we reveal and heal the wounds of our past is how we heal our present, and Inner Child work is an incredibly powerful framework to do that in. Eddie breaks down the Inner Child with nuance and deep intelligence, and it was a pleasure to have him on. If you or someone you know struggles with an addiction to porn or sex, man it forward and share this episode!

Eddie Capparucci is a licensed therapist and is certified in the treatment of sexual and pornography addiction. He and his wife, Teri, have a private practice in Marietta, Georgia, working with men struggling with sex/porn addiction, as well as their wives who are dealing with betrayal.

Among his many clients, Eddie has worked with professional athletes including NFL and MLB players and television personalities.

He is the administrator of the websites www.MenAgainstPorn.org and www.SexuallyPureMen.com. He also has written for the blogs XXXChurch.com, Covenant Eyes, and Kingdom Works.

He serves as the clinical director for the National Decency Coalition, an organization working to help limit the access of pornography to minors while educating about the harmful impact of pornography on individuals, relationships, and society.

Connect with Eddie

-Website; https://abundantlifecounselingga.com/

-Book; Going Deeper: How The Inner Child Impacts Your Sexual Addiction; https://www.amazon.com/Going-Deeper-Impacts-Sexual-Addiction/dp/B084Z66BZR

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Talking points: monogamy, relationships, culture

Well, can they? This started with me wondering why certain men who are notorious for sleeping around are suddenly hopping on the monogamy train, and ended with me hitting the record button and getting curious.

And honestly, this is way more complicated than a binary "men must/can or must not/can't be faithful partners". Listen in and let me know your thoughts.

(00:00:00) - Intro and why I’m diving into this

(00:05:41) - Where does the idea that men CAN’T be monogamous come from?

(00:14:59) - Monogamous cultures can have benefits, even though modernity seems to disincentivize it

(00:16:22) - Most men ultimately prefer monogamy, but there are underlying issues

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Talking points: sex, social media, conditioning, culture

I know what it’s like to feel controlled by your own sexed-up brain. Like you’re losing hours of your day, mental bandwidth and more to clothes-less strangers on the internet.

So I wanted to lay down some real talk about what I've done—and how hard it can be—to de-sexualize my brain and stay disciplined. I also get into some of the benefits it’s hard for me, my business, and my relationship. Listen in.

(00:00:00) - Intro and why I’m talking about this
(00:04:31) - Not only is your brain probably overstimulated, it’s probably avoiding something
(00:06:16) - You’re going to have to get some excitement somewhere
(00:08:10) - Cut out thirsty triggers
(00:11:18) - Stop chasing empty dopamine “calories”
(00:12:22) - Use tech properly
(00:14:30) - Use BETTER tools

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Yes, that is a borderline clickbait title, and it's for good reason. It's easy to learn but takes years to master, and so many things in a man's life build off and are enhanced by this one crucial practice, even though it's something you're not really taught anymore in school. 

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Let's make this one short and sweet. I've found in my years of working with men that many will very, very quickly start neglecting their own needs and desires in order to fulfill someone else's. And there's nothing inherently wrong with that IF (and only if) there's balance. Listen in.

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Isaiah Hankel is an internationally recognized speaker and author who helps individuals, teams and organizations develop a more entrepreneurial mindset to accelerate their business success. Isaiah’s unique background allows him to offer a scientific approach and tangible methodology to the pursuit of purpose, focus and other entrepreneurial values that every individual can apply.

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Josh Trent is the Founder of Wellness Force Media and host of the Wellness Force Radio Podcast. Josh has spent the past 17 years as a trainer, researcher, and facilitator discovering the physical and emotional intelligence for humans to thrive in our modern world.

The Wellness Force movement in 2020 is to help end the mental health crisis and be a part of humanity coming together to heal both mental and physical health through breathwork, organic superfoods, and wellness intelligence.

A simple 21 minute system designed to give you more energy to let go of old weight and live life well. - www.wellnessforce.com/M21 

Connect with Josh

Website: www.wellnessforce.com

Instagram: w@wellnessforce

Facebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessF

Twitter: www.twitter.com/wellnessforce

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Todd Tresidder graduated from the University of California at Davis with a B.A. in economics and a passion for creating successful businesses. A serial entrepreneur since childhood, Todd went on to build his own wealth as a hedge fund investment manager before “retiring” at 35. He grew his net worth from less than zero at 23 to the point of financial independence just 12 years later.

Todd has maintained his wealth by remaining an active investor and utilizing statistical and mathematical risk management systems for investing. Through his website at FinancialMentor.com, he teaches advanced investing and advanced retirement planning principles. Take the next step beyond conventional financial advice and discover what works, what doesn’t, and why, based on years of proven experience.

For full show notes visit: http://mantalks.com/todd-tresidder/

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Christian Pedersen is a coach for men and relationship trainer. He has studied with ManKind Project, Sky Dancing Tantra and The Option Institute.

Christian coaches men on the most private issues of sex & relationship. Strict confidentiality. 

Christian and his wife, Sonika Tinker, have over 30 years combined experience coaching singles and couples to profoundly transform relationships. Owners of LoveWorks, a leading-edge relationship training company, they offer life-changing relationship workshops and online classes, such as Give Yourself to Love, Heart of Relating, The Gift of Conflict, and Singles: Breakthrough to Love!

For full show notes visit: http://mantalks.com/Christian-Pedersen/

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Not all shame is bad. There is healthy shame and toxic shame. I breakdown the difference between the two and how each one shows up in our lives. I also talk about how healthy shame can turn into toxic shame. At the end of the episode I give you some journaling prompts to start working with your shame.

Resources mentioned in the episode

Healing The Shame That Binds You - John Bradshaw

Men’s Weekend - connorbeaton.com/mens-weekend

Get The Love You Want - bit.ly/GTLYW2019

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Fair warning, a focal point of this episode is suicide.

Talking points: therapy, self-help, masculinity

More men than ever are actively seeking help. They're going to therapy, they're working on themselves, they're doing "the work". I know because they come to me and people I know—either in the coaching or the therapeutic industry—by the thousands.

And yet a significant percentage of them don't come out it "helped". Many don't come out at all. To be clear, I am NOT saying therapy as an industry is totally broken or something to ignore. But there ARE some things I think it could do better.

(00:00:00) - Intro and some statistics
(00:04:47) - What I’ve seen and heard from men who come to ManTalks live events
(00:05:40) - I’m not saying the therapeutic industry is broken
(00:07:06) - We have to acknowledge that there are differences in men’s and women’s experiences
(00:09:25) - The three things the industry underestimates or misses with men
(00:11:43) - I’ve known a lot of men who looked great on the surface
(00:13:27) - Many of us don’t know how to help men get their direction back

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Men, join me for an intense, depth-oriented training regimen called the Men's Self-Leadership Program. Customized curriculum, direct work with me, and limited to just 8 men: https://mantalks.com/mslp/

Pick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/

Check out some free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your Relationship

Build brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance and join me today. 

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It often feels like there is a massive gap between where we are and where we want to be. What’s more, we can spend so much time working to GET somewhere that we lose sight of what we’ve gained along the way. This is what organizational psychologist Dr. Benjamin Hardy and I dove into this episode. I loved this conversation, and I’m thrilled to share it with you, so don’t forget to spread it around.

Dr. Benjamin Hardy is an organizational psychologist and bestselling author of Willpower Doesn’t Work, Personality Isn't Permanent, and most recently, The Gap And The Gain.

He is a prolific blog writer, and his work has been read by over 100 million people, and featured on Harvard Business Review, New York Times, Forbes, Fortune, CNBC, Cheddar, and others. He is a regular contributor to Inc. and Psychology Today, and from 2015-2018, he was the #1 writer in the world on Medium.com. 

He and his wife Lauren adopted three children through the foster system in February 2018 and, one month later, Lauren became pregnant with twins, who were born in December of 2018. They live in Orlando.

Connect with Ben

-Website: https://benjaminhardy.com/

-Articles: https://benjaminhardy.com/articles/

-Book: The Gap And The Gain: 

-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/benjaminhardy88/

-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benjamin_hardy_phd/

-LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminhardy88/

-Twitter: https://twitter.com/BenjaminPHardy

-Book: The Gap And The Gain: https://amzn.to/3zodzxS

-Book: Personality Isn’t Permanent: https://amzn.to/3zodzxS

-Book: Willpower Doesn’t Work: https://amzn.to/3AoEg6N

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Talking points: relationships, masculinity, psychology, culture

I touched on this topic in a previous episode and hoo boy, the comments. So let’s talk about it, because there are a lot of historical, psychological, and mythic examples to look at. What’s more, there are ways of working on this if it rings true.

(00:00:00) - What I mean by being afraid of women, and theories from evolutionary psychology

(00:06:41) - The perspective of analytical psychology, and the “anima and animus”

(00:15:29) - Lastly, the perspective of existential psychology, and how a man creates identity

(00:19:22) - So what do you do with this info?

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Heard about attachment but don’t know where to start? Try the FREE Ultimate Guide To Attachment

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Purpose (especially now) can feel elusive for so many men. And when purpose goes missing, meaning isn't far behind. This week, some thoughts on where to find meaning, how to regain a sense of purpose, and why both are critical components of any man's journey.

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I’m a big believer in balance, and I think the dance between yin and yang (or masculine/feminine, or whatever polarity names you like) provides a ton of insight. So, this week’s mini ep is all about giving your masculine energy purpose and direction. Masculine energy can help you structure your life, mind, and career, but—hard truth here—it’ll only get you so far by itself. Without external purpose, left to only serve itself, the masculine can slowly and unconsciously rationalize self-harm. Let me know your take; leave a rating or review!

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Phil T Mistlberger is an expert on masculinity and brotherhood and has worked in this space for over 30 years. He is the author of four critically acclaimed books on the subject of men's work and is the founder of The Samurai Brotherhood. Phil discusses the differences between men today vs. back 20-30 years ago and what the men of today's generation are seeking the most.

Key Takeaways:

[2:40] Who is Phil and how did he get started?

[7:00] Phil discusses Robert Bly's book, Iron John and the deep connection men need to have.

[7:20] Men have not been around to raise their sons. They've been raised by mothers.

[8:45] What do men currently struggle with the most? Has this trend changed over the last 30 years?

[10:10] The way men communicate has been disrupted by technology.

[12:15] Do Millennial men lack grit?

[13:15] There's a weird mix of resentment and entitlement in the average Millennial man.

[16:40] Millennial men are seeking more of their masculine side when they come to Phil.

[21:30] The ideal is to have both male and female traits. Values from the mother and grit from the father.

[23:35] How does Phil help with developing grit?

[30:05] Men are inclined to be loners, so Phil recommends joining a community to build a stronger bond with others.

[32:10] Where does your self-worth come from? For men, it's tied up in activities and what they can do for other people.

[35:25] Young men tend to have less competition with older men.

[39:10] What’s the importance of being challenged?

[41:45] Where is masculinity headed? It's going beyond blind competition.

[46:50] Men's work tends to be much more open these days and more people are aware of it.

[49:10] What does legacy look like to Phil?

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In modern masculine culture, there can be a lot of pressure to shut down, suppress, or numb out emotions. But just like everything else we can experience, there's tremendous amounts of information in what we're feeling. This is why I'm such a big advocate for somatic practices—really feeling in your body what's going on—and cultivating emotional intelligence. And it's why I sat with EVRYMAN co-founder Owen Marcus; he's an expert on this subject.

For more than twenty-five years, Owen Marcus has worked with men’s groups to develop programs that give them the tools and teach them the skills to be successful men, celebrate their strengths, and live their lives fully and with joy. As co-founder of EVRYMAN, he and his support men worldwide. As the New York Times describes it: “CrossFit for emotions.”

Owen Marcus overcame challenges such as Asperger’s Syndrome and Dyslexia to pursue his passion of helping others find their out-of-the-box solutions. However, it wasn’t until much later that he understood that in being free to be his own man, he was able to create and fulfill a life he designed.

Along the way, he met many incredible men – men who struggled to create the lives they wanted. Owen observed the patterns in his corporate management and Mindfulness Stress Reduction seminars and then began working with groups of men to give them something new: how to be their own man.

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Warren Farrell, PhD, is the author of books published in 17 languages. They include two award-winning international bestsellers: Why Men Are the Way They Are plus The Myth of Male Power. Dr. Farrell has been chosen by the Financial Times as one of the world’s top 100 thought leaders and is currently the Chair of the Commission to Create a White House Council on Boys and Men. He is the only man in the US to have been elected three times to the board of the National Organization for Women in New York City. He started more than 300 men and women’s groups, including ones joined by men from John Lennon to John Gray. Dr. Farrell has appeared repeatedly on Oprah, TODAY, and Good Morning America, and been the subject of features on 20/20, in Forbes, the Wall Street Journal, People, Parade, and the New York Times. He lives with his wife in Mill Valley, California.

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Talking points: porn, masculinity, male decline, radicalization

Listeners, this one has been a long time coming. I've been a big fan of Scott's work for a long time, and love his no-nonsense approach, particularly when it comes to what's going on with men and modern culture. Not only that, but Scott has the science to back it up, something I deeply appreciate. Men, share this with your friends. Ladies, share this with your men. This is important stuff.

Scott Galloway is a Professor of Marketing at NYU Stern School of Business, where he teaches Brand Strategy and Digital Marketing to second-year MBA students and is the author of the Digital IQ Index ®, a global ranking of prestige brands' digital competence. In 2012, Professor Galloway was named "One of the World's 50 Best Business School Professors" (Poets & Quants). Professor Galloway is also the founder of several firms, including:

-L2, a subscription business intelligence firm serving prestige brands;

-Red Envelope, an e-commerce firm (2007, $100mm revs.); and

-Prophet, a global brand strategy consultancy with 250+ professionals

Professor Galloway was elected to the World Economic Forum's "Global Leaders of Tomorrow," which recognizes 100 individuals under the age of 40 "whose accomplishments have had impact on a global level." Professor Galloway has served on the board of directors of Eddie Bauer (Nasdaq: EBHI), The New York Times Company (NYSE: NYT), Gateway Computer, and Berkeley's Haas School of Business. He received a BA from UCLA and an MBA from UC Berkeley.

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-Twitter: https://twitter.com/profgalloway

-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/profgalloway/

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Talking points: culture, masculinity, relationships

Warren’s been a consistent and committed voice for men for decades now, an it’s been far too long since we’ve talked, so when I wanted to get some insight on how things have changed—or not—he was the obvious choice! We cover the complexity of what “makes” a man, get into politics, and some solid practical advice for couples. Enjoy and dig in.

(00:00:00) - What’s happening to young men in today’s culture

(00:09:47) - Warren’s take on why there seems to be negation or dismantling of biological underpinnings of maleness 

(00:17:53) - Is there really a difference between men and women, and Warren on listening first, solving second

(00:26:08) - Why do we see a gender divide in politics?

(00:36:06) - What Warren would say to men in their 20s and 30s

(00:41:54) - On Warren’s book Role Mate To Soul Mate, and what makes falling in love easy but sustaining love difficult

(00:52:27) - Advice if you feel like you’re always walking on eggshells with your partner

Warren Farrell, PhD, has been chosen by the Financial Times of London as one of the world’s top 100 thought leaders. His books are published in 19 languages. They include The New York Times bestseller Why Men Are the Way They Are, and the international bestseller The Myth of Male Power. Dr. Farrell presented the findings of The Boy Crisis (2018) worldwide, from the White House to the Norwegian Parliament. It was a catalyst for bipartisan legislation for father involvement in Florida.

Dr. Farrell’s most recent book, Role Mate to Soul Mate: The Seven Secrets to Lifelong Love (2024), is based on his teaching couples’ communication for the past 30 years to more than a thousand couples and psychologists. Warren has been a pioneer in both the women’s movement (elected three times to the Board of the National Organization for Women in NYC) and the men’s movement (called by GQ “The Martin Luther King of the men’s movement”). He advocates for a “Gender Liberation Movement, freeing both sexes from the rigid roles of the past.” His life journey is the subject of a forthcoming documentary.

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Talking points: intimacy, relationships

Game changers aren’t usually simple, especially when it comes to intimate relationships. But this is a surprisingly easy, straightforward step that I’ve seen work time and time again. So listen in and let some wonderful things happen.

(00:00:00) - Expectationless desire and why it’s important

(00:05:37) - What to do, and what it looks like

(00:08:36) - Final thoughts

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It happens to the best of us. We set out to commit to new habits or routines and it just doesn't happen. Maybe we get a few days into it and then we slip out of rhythm. Connor shares his tips to pre-commit to a task so you're more likely to stick with it.

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Talking points: stoicism, mindset, philosophy, parenting

Brian proves that Stoicism is anything but unenthusiastic. We cover so much ground here, and Brian's passion and joy for what he does is inspiring. If you're looking for clearcut ideas on how to craft a self and a life that you're proud of, this is the episode to listen to—and share with your friends!

(00:00:00) - Intro and Brian’s defining moment

(00:06:50) - What is areté?

(00:09:02) - Why has there been a resurgence of stoicism?

(00:14:42) - Brian on how to parent when things are floundering, and how stoicism tackles fear and laziness

(00:21:24) - How does Brain raise his own son in an increasingly chaotic world?

(00:28:47) - What are some challenges young boys face today that are unequivocally different than before?

(00:39:11) - How does someone use Stoic principles to build more discipline with things turning to punishment?

(00:45:56) - “So…do I just have to go through the suck then?”

(00:51:54) - The science of hope

(01:00:27) - What is “targeted thinking”?

(01:03:40) - The practicals of antifragile confidence

(01:12:05) - How do you develop your own protocols for building your own antifragile confidence?

Brian Johnson is the Founder & CEO of Heroic Public Benefit Corporation. He’s 50% Philosopher + 50% CEO and 101% committed to helping create a world in which 51% of humanity is flourishing by the year 2051. As a Founder/CEO he’s raised $25M+, made crowdfunding history, and built and sold two social platforms. As a Philosopher/teacher, he’s helped millions of people from around the world, trained 10,000+ Heroic Coaches from 100+ countries and created a protocol that science says changes lives. He lives in the country outside Austin, Texas, with his wife, Alexandra, and their two kids, Emerson and Eleanor.

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-YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRhEwzsFYLGcMa4m2AbTAoA

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Robert Augustus Masters, PhD, is a integral psychotherapist, relationship expert, and psycho-spiritual guide and trainer, with a doctorate in psychology. His books include Transformation Through Intimacy, Spiritual Bypassing, Emotional Intimacy, and To Be a Man.

His work blends the psychological, emotional, and physical with the spiritual, emphasizing full-blooded embodiment, emotional literacy, shadow work, and the develop­ment of relational maturity. 

At essence his work is about becoming more intimate with all that we are — high and low, dark and light, dying and undying — in the service of the deepest possible healing, awakening, and integration.

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• Could you share a defining moment for you? - 3:28

• Why it's important for men to explore their edge? - 7:08

• What normally blocks men from having the intimacy that they desire and crave? - 15:46

• How would you describe what the shadow and how can we start to get to know it? - 26:59

• Could you explain why we should heal our relationship with our fathers? - 30:14

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Talking points (and content warning): masculinity, suicide, domestic violence, patriarchy, politics, culture

Whew. This was quite the conversation. I've been following TheTinMen for a while now and am continually inspired by his passionate yet levelheaded approach to what is (unfortunately all too often) wildly charged conversations. This is a heavy one, team—and deeply important.

(00:00:00) - Intro and why "TheTinMen"? 
(00:04:17) - George’s defining moment
(00:08:40) - How do you approach the topic of domestic violence, and it's biggest causal factor
(00:12:00) - What factors into domestic violence outside power and control?
(00:21:38) - George’s take on the patriarchy
(00:28:04) - How do you engage people who think all men are evil?
(00:33:22) - In the UK, fathers are legally second-class parents
(00:38:41) - The misconceptions around male suicide
(00:46:34) - What are men saying to George directly about suicide?
(00:46:34) - How does the epidemic of male vacancy play into the challenges young boys are facing?
(00:55:21) - Why men leave the left
(01:04:25) - How do you handle such charged conversations?

George (@TheTinMen) is a content creator, research, pro-men's advocate and social media influencer. He explores the forgotten gaps of the gender debate, working for compassionate, original, and progressive political advocacy for men and boys.

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-Website: https://thetinmen.blog/

-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetinmen/

-Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thetinmen/

-Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheTinMenBlog

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Gabe Deem is an activist for better sex education, international speaker, writer and personal trainer. After recovering from porn addiction and a porn-induced sexual dysfunction himself, he has spent years studying the science of addiction, and now runs RebootNation.org, a free, online community to help addicts and their partners overcome problems related to porn use. Gabe has presented at West Point, and on Capitol Hill to address members of Congress about porn's impact on youth. He was featured in a TIME Magazine cover story in 2016, and has shared his story with Rolling Stone, MTV, Chelsea Handler, Katie Couric and many others. 

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In this mini-episode, Connor jams the struggles of Masculinity Leadership in our path to freedom.

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This week I’m going to dive into what it means when your partner says they aren’t good enough for you. It might sound like a basic question but there’s more to it. Listen to find out. 

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The holidays are upon us and have you thought about what is working and what isn't in your life? In this time of reflection Connor jams on The Key to Following Your Bliss in this Holiday special episode.

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Talking points: relationships, masculinity, mindset, nice guy syndrome

A bunch of you have reached out requesting an interview with Nick, aka The People Displeaser, and I'm happy to say we finally got the chance to talk. Nick's practical, no-nonsense frame is a breath of fresh air. If you're looking for ways to combat your own people-pleasing tendencies—and some really good reasons why you should—this is the episode for you.

(00:00:00) - Is people-pleasing really that bad, and what creates one

(00:08:39) - How “needs” turned into a form of manipulation, and the nuance of privilege

(00:14:15) - Does people-pleasing show up differently in men and women, and what the true cost is

(00:24:59) - Where does a man start dealing with people-pleasing

(00:38:31) - The importance of rejection, and do women play a role?

(00:48:55) - Nick’s hard truths for introverts

(00:54:22) - What you’re going to face when start putting yourself first

Nick Pollard, aka The People Displeaser, is a world-renowned coach and speaker who specializes in addiction, codependent behavior, and people-pleasing. Overcoming his own struggles—a deeply difficult childhood, his own addictive tendencies, and more—he now works tirelessly to support others wanting to break free. With tens of millions views on his social media channels, Nick has become a thought leader in personal growth and change, and now ranks in the top 10% of coaches worldwide.

Connect with Nick

-Website: https://thepeopledispleaser.com/

-YouTube: www.youtube.com/@peopledispleaser

-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepeopledispleaser/

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We as men have often fall into this idea that there’s one big solution—one psychological big bang—that’ll “fix” everything in our personal development journey. I call it the Golden Gun, and just like its namesake, it’s (surprise!) NOT real. Listen in to find out where the real fix is, why we need it, and why it deserves more recognition and respect.

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To put it bluntly, this was quite the conversation. I've found Jack Donovan's work to be both challenging, compelling, and ultimately fascinating—and it's not for the faint of heart. So naturally, I wanted him on the show. Listen in as Jack and I dig into what men of today are facing, modern culture's perspective on masculinity, balancing responsibility and freedom, the role of fathers, and of course, what really are the core tactical and mythic components of "masculinity" as a concept. 

Jack Donovan has been writing and speaking about masculinity, masculine philosophy and spirituality for over a decade. His foundational book, The Way of Men, has sold over 100,000 copies worldwide and has been translated into French, German, Portuguese, Spanish, and Polish. His most recent book, Fire in the Dark, presents a primal system of masculine roles and shows how those roles have been repeated again and again throughout the history of myth and religion.

Donovan is an occasional speaker and often appears on podcasts to discuss masculinity and the challenges faced by men who want to live masculine lives in the 21st Century.

In 2021, he founded CHEST Magazine with Tanner Guzy to create an alternative to mainstream men’s magazines. CHEST features interviews with courageous and important American men who are speaking up for men and standing against the forces of chaos and darkness that threaten freedom.

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I’m not a huge fan of the idea of “the One” (except Neo, obviously). Nevertheless, I’m often asked, “How did you know your wife was the right one?” So let’s break it down. Listen in for some of the things I’ve learned that are incredibly important when looking for the ideal partner.

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Talking points: accountability, relationships

Before anything else, not all women struggle with this. But some who do (and the men who love them) have asked me to speak on this. You’ve probably seen the memes or heard a story or two, but it’s always better to actually do some thinking. Here are my thoughts on why some women admit to struggling with accountability—and how to hold a partner accountable in a healthy way.

(00:00:00) - Intro and reason 1: different tools for social status

(00:05:41) - Reason 2: women are disincentivized by the “patriarchy virus”

(00:07:52) - Women are socialized to be more dependent on men

(00:10:05) - How to hold a partner accountable in a healthy way, and what NOT to do

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Do clothes make the man? Well, yes and no. It's a little more complicated than that. This is a deep-dive into some of the nuances of masculine aesthetics. Sit down with Tanner Guzy and I as we discuss how the way you dress affects your self-perception and how men have used clothing throughout history. We also get into some practical places to start dressing better!

Tanner Guzy is a men’s style coach, and the host and founder of Masculine-Style.com  He is also the author of The Appearance of Power, How Masculinity is Expressed Through Aesthetics, an analysis of the intersection of clothing, aesthetics, and masculinity, and how men throughout time and across the world have used their appearance to signal virtues like courage, strength, mastery, and honor.

Connect with Tanner

-Website: https://masculine-style.com/

-Twitter: https://twitter.com/tannerguzy

-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tannerguzy/

-Book: The Appearance of Power: https://masculine-style.com/book-3/

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A question Connor has been getting a lot lately is, "How Can I Reclaim my Masculinity" - How can we show up as men? Is masculinity a "bad thing"? Connor jams on this in this weeks mini-episode.

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Talking points: suicide, culture, masculinity

This isn’t an easy episode, but it’s important. If you’re someone who works with men, whatever kind of work that is, please share.

(00:00:00) - A part of my story I rarely share

(00:04:30) - What I’ve learned

(00:07:35) - What’s contributing to this?

(00:10:36) - If you’re somehow involved with men, here’s what to do. If you’re in this situation, here’s what I’ll tell you

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One of the hardest things to do as a man is to keep your heart open. And it is in times like these that it's also the most critical. There is an incalculable amount of grief that needs holding and help right now. Will you answer it's call?

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Oh my god its the creator of MacGyver!!!

Roger grew up watching MacGyver, the show where you learned how to solve anything... Each week MacGyver would get out of a scrape using his hands (and some chewing gum, a paperclip, a coin and a used bandaid). Its this "solve anything" attitude that Lee Zlotoff brings to the world with his new book "The MacGyver Secret: Connect to Your Inner MacGyver and Solve Anything." In this episode we break down his career, the book and the incredible tool that you can employ immediately today. 

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Some questions Roger asks...

• Could share a defining moment for you? (2:04)
• You're new book is "The MacGyver Secret: Connect to Your Inner MacGyver and Solve Anything" could you tell us about it? (3:23)
• What is the three step process to the Macgyver Secret? (5:17)
• What using this process to solve personal problems? (15:19)
• Do you need to focus on one thing at a time? Or a list of thing? (21:37)
• Rapid Fire Questions (28:16)

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Instead of interviewing a guest on this episode I’m the one in the hot seat. This is an interview that I did with Bryan Reeves on the Men This Way podcast. Normally I don’t do this but I really felt like this is an important conversation. 

We talk about the challenges that men face when it comes to dealing with change and overcoming struggle. I share some of my personal journey in dealing with this resistance. I also share my perspective on why so many men struggle and tools that men can use to create lasting change in their lives.

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Steven C. Hayes is Nevada Foundation Professor at the Department of Psychology at the University of Nevada. An author of 45 books and over 625 scientific articles. He is the developer of Relational Frame Theory, and has guided its extension to Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) a popular evidence-based form of psychotherapy that is now practiced by tens of thousands of clinicians all around the world.

Dr. Hayes has been President of several scientific and professional societies including the Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies (ABCT), and the Association for Contextual Behavioral Science. He was listed by the Institute of Scientific Information as the 30th “highest impact” psychologist in the world, and Google Scholar citations place him among the most cited scientists in the world. He has received the lifetime achievement award from ABCT and is a Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science, among numerous other awards.

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Connect with Steven:

Website - www.stevenchayes.com

Facebook - @stevenchayesphd

Twitter - @stevenchayes

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Are you investing in your relationship? As men we sometimes "give up" once we "achieve our mission" like, moving in with our partner, having kids, getting married, etc. What signs are you missing from your partner? How can you bring Leadership into your Relationship? That's the topic of this mini-episode.

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It's time for a midweek check in where we: 

- Take questions from our community about men and how to deal with grief

- Update the community on what's going on with ManTalks

- Give you a call to action to check in on your goals this week 

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Have you ever been unfaithful in a relationship? Or been cheated on? This episode looks at how we heal after infidelity, specifically as the person who was unfaithful.

Don’t forget to follow me @mantalks on instagram and share what other topics you’d like to hear.

Check out our Facebook Page or the Men's community.

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Talking points: anger, relationships, finances, birth, mental health, masculine/feminine dynamics

Delighted to have the frank yet eloquent honesty of Christine Hassler on the show. This episode is a top choice to listen to with your partner if you're looking for some relationship advice that combines practicality, spirituality, and much more.

[01:02] - Christine's defining moment.

[07:59] - Christine on women and anger

[12:23] - How Connor and Christine define ego.

[15:25] - Women and anger.

[28:14] - How can men effectively address a woman's anger?

[36:57] - How modern relationships have changed for men and women.

[48:59] - What conversations should people be having about money?

Christine Hassler is a master coach, spiritual psychologist, facilitator, and speaker with 20 years of experience. She is the best-selling author of three books, most recently Expectation Hangover: Free Yourself From Your Past, Change Your Present and Get What you Really Want and is the host of top-rated podcast “Over it and On With It” where she coaches people live on the show. Christine is the co-founder of Elementum Coaching Institute, a premier coaching certification program. She also holds in-person retreats and teaches online courses on relationships, calling in love, healing your inner child, and personal mastery.

Connect with Christine

-Website: https://christinehassler.com/

-Podcast: https://christinehassler.com/podcast/

-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christinehassler/

-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/christinehasslerpage/

-Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChristinHassler

-YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/christinehassler

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Chris Guillebeau is the New York Times bestselling author of The $100 Startup, The Happiness of Pursuit, and other books. On today's show, Chris discuses how you can find your dream job and do work you were meant to do. You can learn more by listening to this podcast and by checking out Chris's book on the subject entitled, Born for This. At the end of the show, Roger mentions that if you're feeling alone in your journey, don't be! Chris has a huge community of people searching for their dream as well, so feel free to visit Chris's website to find out more.

Key Takeaways:

[0:45] ManTalks has officially launched in Toronto and LA!

[3:00] Please keep spreading the word about ManTalks.

[5:10] What was Chris's defining moment as a man?

[7:10] Why did Chris write The $100 Startup and Born for This?

[8:45] Are you dissatisfied with the traditional path? Then Chris's book is for you.

[9:55] How can you hack the job of your dreams?

[10:25] If you're working for a company, you should think about yourself as leasing your talents to that organization. 

[11:15] Chris explains the difference between hard skills vs. soft skills.

[12:10] Life's too short to hate the work you're doing.

[12:20] What are some of the signs that someone is in the wrong job/career/thing?

[12:45] You don't need to know your life purpose at age 20. Most people don't even know that at age 30. 

[13:15] How do you know if you've found your dream job? Well, if you had to ask...

[14:50] How do you move closer to what your purpose is and make money?

[18:25] Chris dives a little bit into his background.

[19:45] We gain confidence through mistakes and trying different things.

[20:55] What's the most popular question Chris gets asked at these events?

[22:45] Chris dives a little deeper into what he means by 'side hustle'.

[24:20] What kind of legacy does Chris wish to leave behind?

[25:10] Do you think you're alone in this? Go to Chris's website.

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Born for This by Chris Guillebeau

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Talking points: transition, moving from the Congo to America, equality, masculinity, and relationships.

This was a phenomenal conversation. Full stop. Jeremie and I cover a lot of ground, and I'm grateful to have his insight and perspective on men's work. It's nuanced, clear, and deeply authentic.

Jeremie Lotemo is a transformation coach helping clients create lasting change by examining the stories and beliefs that influence them on an unconscious level. He works to help them reestablish safety in the body in order to recognize these beliefs and release them completely.

Before becoming a coach, Jeremie was an account manager for one of the fastest-growing marketing agencies in Atlanta, eventually developing his own agency. For years, he helped clients use advertising to influence the behavior of their customers. This led him to analyze how much of his own life, choices, and ambitions were a product of someone else’s story.

He left advertising and now uses his skills to help others write a story that’s entirely their own.

Connect with Jeremie

-Website: https://www.byermeas.com/

-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/byermeas/

-Twitter: https://twitter.com/byermeas

-TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@byermeas

-Podcast: The Gates of Perception: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gates-of-perception/id1532617558

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Talking points: relationships, evolutionary psychology, culture

You know it, I know it, and Michael Sartain knows it: there are a LOT of men out there facing extreme difficulty. I wanted to pick Michael’s brain on how to help men understand why this is, but from the perspective of evolutionary psychology, and the boots-on-ground experience of a fellow coach. I appreciate Michael’s ability to follow (and focus) the data without getting lost in reactionary antics. Listen in.

(00:00:00) - How Michael works with men

(00:13:13) - What makes evolutionary psychology such a charged subject?

(00:25:40) - Why risk is important for men

(00:31:36) - Strategies to boost your risk tolerance

(00:39:02) - The difficulty of modern male relationships, and staying neutral

(00:48:42) - Does the unwillingness to take risk impact relationships?

(00:53:23) - On status, Bonnie Blue, and what most don’t get about the “bottom third” of men

Michael Sartain’s journey from a studious kid in Dallas, TX, to a leading expert in high-status networking and masculine self-improvement is nothing short of transformative. He grew up in contrasting environments; a comfortable family life, but a high school marked by gangs and poverty. Michael found refuge in academia, eventually earning a BBA from UT-Austin while nurturing a passion for diverse subjects like physics and psychology. The events of September 11, 2001, ignited his patriotic spirit, propelling him into the US Air Force as a KC135 navigator, rising to the rank of captain. It was here he honed leadership skills and experienced the profound impact of true accountability and integrity.

In 2019, he founded Men Of Action, a coaching community that has transformed the lives of over 2,000 men. Through his podcasts and public appearances, Michael continues to inspire, emphasizing leadership, social dynamics, and personal growth.

Connect with Michael:

-Website: https://www.moamentoring.com/

-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelsartain/

-YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/MichaelSartain

-Twitter: https://x.com/michaelsartain

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Talking points: grief, loss, anxiety, helplessness

Every so often, I'll have an anonymous guest on the show to give listeners a glimpse into what men's work at ManTalks is really like. This is going to be a three-parter, so stay tuned for more.

This man is someone I've known for a while through his participation in ManTalks, and he's come to me looking wanting to feel more in charge of his life, and more able to handle when life, business, or relationships take a hit. Behind much of it is ungrieved childhood loss.

This is a great episode to dig into if you feel like you manage fine when life is good, but fall apart when it doesn't. There's insight on some of the consequences of not having the chance to properly grieve.

(00:00:00) - Intro and what our guest would like to work on
(00:10:07) - A pervasive feeling of inadequacy, and how it relates to making money
(00:14:02) - How the loss of a mother led to feeling helpless and inattentive 
(00:21:40) - Feeling sorry for dad, and feeling like it’s “too late”
(00:31:00) - Connecting with the loss of a mother on a deeper level
(00:40:37) - Next steps

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Check out some free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your Relationship

Build brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance and join me today. 

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On this week's mini episode, Connor shares his thoughts on "How To Be More Resilient."

Are you in a job you don't like and you're just "hanging in there?" Or maybe you're in a relationship you don't want to be in? Connor dives into how we can cultivate a deeper sense of resiliency.

Have a question for Connor? Check out our Facebook Page and join the community.

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Ben Nemtin is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of What Do You Want To Do Before You Die, the star of the MTV show The Buried Life, an internationally renowned keynote speaker and producer. As the co-founder of The Buried Life movement, Ben’s message of radical possibility has been featured in The Today Show, The Oprah Winfrey Show, CNN, ABC, CBS and NBC News. Oprah Winfrey called Ben’s life work “truly inspiring.”

In a pit of depression, Ben and his three best friends decided to create the world’s greatest bucket list to make them feel alive. They bought a rickety old bus and criss-crossed North America, achieving the unthinkable. And most importantly, every time they accomplished a dream, they helped a complete stranger cross something off their bucket list. From playing basketball with President Obama to streaking a soccer field, from raising over $400,000 for charity to placing a record-breaking $250,000 bet on roulette—Ben’s bucket list quest has inspired millions to chase their dreams.

Ben is co-founder of THEOS, a full-service production company in LA that develops mold-breaking programming for the GenZ and Millennial generations. THEOS has created and produced four series for MTV and Freeform.

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Does effectively leading a company have anything in common with leading your own personal development? Of course, but what parts? This is why I brought in Doug McKinley, whose career has allowed him to bridge an individual psychological practice with coaching execs and organization heads.

We cover adversity and bouncing back from it, the similarities between self-leadership and leadership within an organization, the ways men find success (or hardship) in both, some of the conflicts between what society tells about leadership and what actual effective leading looks like, and how it all. comes. back. to. discipline.

Doug McKinley spent the first 15 years of his vocational life serving as a clinical psychologist and founded his own group practice in the early 90s. He was honored to be able to assist clients in the relief of unnecessary suffering and finding a healing path forward. While this was fulfilling in its own right, Doug knew that he wanted to do more; the collective insights of 30 years of investing in people have led him to the conclusion that clarity and culture are not simply “nice to have.”

After meeting Pat Williams, renowned leadership coach and author, at a conference on marriage counseling, Doug transitioned from clinical psychology into serving clients as an executive leadership development coach and consultant. Part of this transition included moving on from his clinical practice and founding an executive coaching firm. In 2012, Doug created a successful consulting company with a business partner that they would run together until selling it in late 2017.

McKinley currency runs DLM Pathways, an organization dedicated to guiding leaders increase their self-awareness, discover their purpose, and develop their competencies. Doug holds a doctorate degree in clinical psychology from the Adler Professional School of Psychology and a Master's Degree in counseling from Wright State University. He has earned the Master Certified Coach designation from the International Coach Federation and is a practicing member of ICF. Doug is the author of The Resiliency Quest: A Journey of Personal Leadership Development for the Thriving Physician, and the co-author of Go Positive: Lead to Engage. He’s also authored several training program manuals that focus on leadership development.  

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What makes villians like Thanos and Killmonger so compelling? Is there a trend in how our culture looks at heroes? What's the modern idea of a hero even look like? I connected with Cinema Therapy over Zoom, and we nerd out on the intersection of psychology, film, and culture. We cover masculinity in movies and its history, what Marvel is doing right, Heath Ledger’s Joker versus Joaquin Phoenix’s, and why superheroes are so important right now. This was a fun, compelling interview. Alan and Jonathan are brilliant, funny, and genuinely wholesome people. There’s also a recipe for a mean chocolate smoothie if you listen in close.

Cinema Therapy is hosted by licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright. They discuss how movies can be used to improve your life, and how to watch movies with your brain turned on. Also, there are jokes.

Connect with Cinema Therapy:

-Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CinemaTherapySolutions

-Instagram: @therapy_cinema

-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

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Talking points: grief, loss, relationships, masculinity, anger

I met David at a psychotherapy symposium a while back, and it wasn’t long before we were sharing some of the things we’ve grieved. He just has that calm yet strong presence. He’s also, of course, an absolute expert therapist. We dig into everything loss in this episode; how the 5 stages actually work, what death does both for and to us, and much, much more. This is absolutely an episode to share with someone you feel could use it.

(00:00:00) - Intro, do men and women grieve differently, and the toll of not grieving

(00:06:34) - Why unprocessed grief manifests as anger, anxiety, and more

(00:11:10) - What brought David into grief work, the five stages, and where people get stuck

(00:24:43) - On the loss of David’s son

(00:32:12) - Does grief reshape identity, and the different ways of moving through it

(00:35:50) - How to move through grief, and discerning when to “live again”

(00:42:51) - David’s take on death denial, living currently, and how death challenges our assumptions

(00:50:43) - The sixth stage of grief, and the nuances of meaning after loss

David Kessler is one of the world’s foremost experts on grief and loss. His experience with thousands of people on the edge of life and death has taught him the secrets to living a happy and fulfilled life, even after life’s tragedies. He is the author of six books, including the new bestselling book, Finding Meaning: The Sixth Stage of Grief. He co-authored two books with Elisabeth Kubler Ross, including On Grief and Grieving updated her 5 stages for grief. His first book, The Needs of The Dying received praise from Saint (Mother) Teresa.

David’s personal experience as a child witnessing a mass shooting while his mother was dying in a hospital helped him begin his journey. For most of his life, David has taught physicians, nurses, counselors, police, and first responders about the end of life, trauma, and grief. He facilitates talks, workshops and retreats for those experiencing grief. However, despite his vast knowledge on grief, his life was turned upside down by the sudden death of his twenty-one-year-old son. It inspired him to write his newest book, Finding Meaning.

David’s volunteer work includes being an LAPD Specialist Reserve for traumatic events as well as having served on the Red Cross’s disaster services team. He worked for over a decade in a three-hospital system, and was even trained for bio-terrorism events and epidemics/pandemics. 

Connect with David

-Website: https://grief.com/

-Book: Finding Meaning: The Sixth Stage of Grief: https://grief.com/sixth-stage-of-grief/

-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamdavidkessler/

-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IamDavidKessler/

-YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/davidkesslerongrief

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How does ManTalks select the guests they do for their ManTalk conferences? This is a special behind the scenes episode showcasing exactly what that process is like. Conner interviews David Wagner for the possibility of him speaking at a future ManTalks event. David is currently doing a cross country tour all across the U.S on his motorcycle to help resurrect the backbones of the American male.  Conner asks David about his life's story, why he does what he does, and how he helps men all over the world.

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Srinivas Rao, founder of The Unmistakeable Creative website and podcast, and author of Unmistakable, has interviewed over 600 thought leaders and people from all walks of life on his show. Today, he joins Connor on the show to discuss creativity, a bit of his background, where he found his drive, and why we should always learn from others, but not mimic them. Srinivas says that we do not need more copies - we need originals, willing to travel the road that's never been traveled before, because true success is work that no one else can replicate.

Key Takeaways:

[1:40] Let's talk creativity on today's show.

[3:15] Famous on the internet? This concept is amusing to Srinivas.

[4:45] What does Srinivas's name mean?

[7:10] Who is Srinivas?

[8:55] Srinivas downloaded Snapchat for the first time yesterday.

[10:15] Everyone should get on Snapchat? Everyone should start a podcast? No!

[11:00] Srinivas loves the platform 'Medium'.

[11:35] Find one platform/thing and then get really, really good at it.

[12:40] What was Srinivas's childhood like?

[14:55] Srinivas always looks for things he can be exceptional at, not average at.

[19:30] Srinivas is never satisfied.

[22:45] Where does creativity actually come from? How is it cultivated?

[27:10] What kind of action steps can people take to feel more creative?

[29:15] Be the only option for what you do, not the best, the only one. Srinivas explains.

[31:35] Why do you want to be like Tim Ferriss? Why?

[32:40] Learn what other people have done, but do not mimic them.

[35:00] Srinivas talks about his book, Unmistakable.

[40:30] True success is creating work that no one else can replicate.

[46:45] Srinivas talks about crowdfunding.

[48:45] Community is tremendously important and plays so many different roles in our lives.

[51:00] Do you have somebody to call at 2:00 am in the morning?

[51:30] Srinivas talks about the 'impact zone' and how waves in the ocean come in sets.

[57:05] What was Srinivas's favorite interview that he's done for his podcast?

[58:25] One experience Srinivas recommends? Catch a wave.

[58:35] Underrated trick for modern day success? The ability to unplug.

[58:35] What book would Srinivas take if he was stranded on an island? Hard to answer.

[59:00] What movie would he take? Blow with Johnny Dep.

[59:20] Who is the most influential creative person of all time? Walt Disney.

[1:00:15] What legacy would Srinivas like to leave behind?

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www.sethgodin.com/

www.garyvaynerchuk.com/

www.medium.com/

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Get ready because this is heavy-hitting episode! Jaret Grossman has an incredible background he is the co-founder of Muscle Prodigy, founder of Jarbly and is a serial entrepreneur who has transformed thousands of lives around the globe with his famous 365 Video Series which was originally aired on YouTube. Jaret has worked with individuals just like you and world-class performers. This episode we talk all about Fitness & Mindset.

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Some questions Connor asks...

• What is your defining moment? (3:52)

• What was your journey with fitness and mindset? (5:07)

• What is your perspective on routines and rituals? (12:13)

• Can you tell us about your program MP45? (15:13)

• What is one tool you could share for people wanting to "life hack" their fitness? (23:54)

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Are we able to handle the massive effect of Psychedelics? Connor jams on this and the Collective Unconscious in this week's mini-episode.

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Connor Beaton checks in with a question he has been receiving a lot from the ManTalks Community recently... What are the essentials for a work-life balance?

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King, Warrior, Lover, Magian is one of the most popular books for men. it outlines 4 traditional archetypes that all men have and can cultivate in their lifetime. It also looks at the healthy, integrated versions of each, along with the shadow.

In this episode I take a deep dive into the Magician. The shadow, disfunction, and healing of the modern magician. Subscribe and stay tuned for the other archetypes.

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Have you thought you were an imposter? You don't deserve that raise! You don't deserve your wonderful partner! What if they find out I'm a fraud?

Connor has been asked this question a lot recently and so dives into how we can overcome Imposter Syndrome in today's Mini-Episode.

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Talking points: working in/with the wild, initiation, trauma, what nature teaches you, masculinity

This has been one of my most anticipated guests of all time. Like, years. An incredible storyteller, a man with a mighty heart and passion for everything wilderness, this is an episode I encourage you to share with the men in your life. Seriously.

The wildlife and literacy activist Boyd Varty, author of the memoir Cathedral of the Wild, had an unconventional upbringing. Born to a family of conservationists, Boyd grew up on Londolozi Game Reserve in the South African wilderness, a place where man and nature strive for balance, where perils exist alongside wonders. Founded more than 90 years ago as a hunting ground, Londolozi was transformed into a nature reserve beginning in 1973 by Varty’s father and uncle, visionaries of the restoration movement. But it wasn’t just a sanctuary for the animals; it was also a place for ravaged land to flourish again and for the human spirit to be restored. When Nelson Mandela was released after 27 years of imprisonment, he came to the reserve to recover.

Since childhood, Boyd shared his home with lions, leopards, snakes, and elephants and has spent his life in apprenticeship to the wisdom of nature. Boyd survived a harrowing black mamba encounter, a debilitating bout with malaria, even a vicious crocodile attack, but his biggest challenge was a personal crisis of purpose. As a university student, he studied psychology and ecology, supplementing his education by learning martial arts in Thailand, hiking through the jungles of the Amazon, and apprenticing to a renowned tracker from the Shangaan tribe, deepening his intimate knowledge of the natural world. Boyd grew up speaking the local language and learning the true meaning of coexistence between people and with nature.

Connect with Boyd

-Website: https://boydvarty.com/

-Book: The Lion Tracker's Guide To Life: https://boydvarty.com/book/the-lion-trackers-guide-to-life/

-Podcast: https://boydvarty.com/about/40-days-40-nights/

-Twitter: https://twitter.com/boydvarty

-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/boyd_varty/

-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/boydvartyinc/

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This was one of those interviews that was a blast from the past and a leap into the future at the same time. See, Brian was on episode fifteen of the podcast—that's 374 episodes ago! So clearly, it was high time to have him back on the show.

Brian brings his years of insight and hard work to this interview so you can get a better idea of what it takes to get your own project off the ground. Doesn't matter if you're an entrepreneur, business-curious, or simply wanting to be a better leader in whatever you're doing—there's some excellent, straightforward advice here.

Brian Scudamore is a Canadian entrepreneur and the founder and CEO of O2E Brands, the parent company of 1-800-GOT-JUNK, WOW 1 DAY PAINTING, and Shack Shine. In 1989, he founded The Rubbish Boys with $700 to pay for college. This would later become 1-800-GOT-JUNK, now on track to generate one billion in revenue.

He is the author of 2018's WTF?! (Willing to Fail): How Failure Can Be Your Key to Success and in 2022, BYOB: Build Your Own Business, Be Your Own Boss, a Wall Street Journal, USA Today, and Amazon Bestseller. 

Connect with Brian

-New book; BYOB: Build Your Own Business, Be Your Own Boss: https://amzn.to/3unUXhP

-Website: https://brianscudamore.com/

-LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scudamore/

-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brianscudamore/

-YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpQVYv5YMEqKZd5u7ANifYA

-Podcast: https://anchor.fm/founders-stories-brian

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Talking points: middle age, mindset, death, nice guys

I've worked with legions of middle-aged men. As of 2023, I'm one of them. It got me wondering why so many of us radically change (or catastrophically implode) our lives in our 40s and 50s. Here's what I've seen, where I think it comes from, and where to begin ensuring it doesn't happen to you.

(00:00:00) - Intro and why I call it the “middle passage”
(00:02:52) - The biggest reason men go through a midlife “crisis”
(00:06:59) - Pleasing Syndrome, and how to fix it
(00:10:26) - Fear of our own depths
(00:13:29) - The collapse of the illusion that right action leads to right outcome
(00:17:34) - What do you actually do with this info?

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Accountability is a bit of a buzzword right now, and I’ve been getting a ton of questions on how men can become more accountable to themselves and to others. As someone who used to suck at accountability, here’s what I’ve learned on how it ties into self-esteem, confidence, confrontation, boundaries, and the path to betterment.

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After receiving a lot of messages from the ManTalks community, Connor shares his daily morning routine in this mini episode.

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Do you wonder "Why does this happen to me?" What can you do to change the patterns in your life and end your suffering? Connor jams on this in this weeks mini-episode.

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I’ve been getting a lot of questions lately about what constitutes a co-dependent relationship. What does it mean? What does it look like? How do you break free from it?

This is a huge topic. I’m going to break it into a three part segment. Today I’m going to cover what creates codependent men. I also define what a codependent relationship is. 

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You're damn right it's a clickbait title! And for good reason. I put this list together after years of working with men, observing what most of them struggle with, and where their greatest potential lies. However, it's also influenced by what we're going through socially and politically.

Listen in, and if it resonates with you, DM me. Let me know what skill you're working on! Or if you think I missed an important one, tell me that too. Would love to hear your thoughts.

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Chris Voss was the FBI's lead hostage negotiator. In this episode you'll learn how you can apply the same skills he used to negotiate with bank robbers and terrorists to your everyday life. Life is a series of negotiations you should be prepared for: buying a car, negotiating a salary, buying a home, renegotiating rent, deliberating with your partner. Taking emotional intelligence and intuition to the next level, this conversation can give you the competitive edge in any discussion.

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Some questions Roger & Connor asks:

• What is Chris' defining moment? (2:10)
• Could you give us an overview of the book and who it's for? (6:13)
• Can you expand on your idea of 'tactical empathy'? (10:56)
• How important is listening in the negotiation process? (15:44)
• When negotiations start to fade, how do you keep the momentum moving forward? (19:22)
• Can you expand on the idea in your book about 'Black Swans'? (21:25)
• What's the legacy you want to be? (28:07)

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John Lee Dumas is the host and founder of Entrepreneur on Fire. He produces a podcast 7 days a week and his business podcast has been awarded Best of iTunes. John talks about his new product launch, The Freedom Journal, which focuses on achieving your goals in the next 100 days.

Key Takeaways:

[2:10] What is John's favorite part about being a man?

[2:40] Who is John?

[4:30] What is The Freedom Journal about?

[6:30] Check out The Freedom Journal’s KickStarter campaign.

[7:15] At the time of the recording, John's campaign had 1,932 backers.

[8:00] John is a big believer in F.O.C.U.S.

[8:50] John breaks down how the program is planned out.

[10:45] Focus on one goal at a time.

[11:40] What was John's #1 challenge?

[13:00] John's business has grown to 7 figures.

[13:50] Goal setting isn't a solo task. You need a strong support system.

[13:55] Who are John's mentors?

[15:30] How did John come up with the idea to host a podcast 7 days a week?

[18:10] What does success look like to John?

[20:45] How do you know you're on the right track?

[21:45] Be authentic with yourself.

[22:50] John recommends The Slight Edge by Jeff Olson.

[24:45] Why did John choose 100 days to achieve a goal?

[26:45] Every time John hits a funding goal in KickStarter, he will donate $25k to build a school in a developing country.

Mentioned in This Episode:

http://www.eofire.com/

http://www.eofire.com/tfjoptin/

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/eofire/the-freedom-journal-accomplish-your-1-goal-in-100

http://eventualmillionaire.com/

http://podcastanswerman.com/

The Slight Edge by Jeff Olson

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Talking points: culture, marketing, relationships

I consider it an achievement to have Tad on the show. He's a soulful and wise person who can cut through the BS quickly—and do it kindly, no less. We sat down to discuss the parallels in ethically presenting your case in both the business and dating realms. You'll be surprised at how similar some aspects are!

(00:00:00) - How is dating an extension of marketing?

(00:13:24) - The meaning of “gauging” a potential partner, and what to look for

(00:19:57) - On sunk cost, grief, people pleasing, and our fear of risk

(00:27:17) - Is there a connection between fear of approach and polarization?

(00:34:43) - How is AI going to change how we market 

(00:47:33) - What are the key implementations of ethical marketing?

Tad Hargrave is a hippy who developed a knack for marketing (and then learned to be a hippy again).  Since 2001, he has been weaving together strands of ethical marketing, Waldorf School education, a history in the performing arts, local culture making, anti-globalization activism, an interest in his ancestral, traditional cultures, community building and supporting local economies into his work helping people create profitable businesses that are ethically grown while restoring the beauty of the marketplace. 

Connect with Tad:

-Website: https://marketingforhippies.com/

-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marketingforhippies/

-Substack: https://tadhargrave.substack.com/

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We've all heard the saying: "It's lonely at the top." 

But that belief and narrative is one of the most damaging stories that can often times hold people back from chasing their dreams, and their purpose. 

In this mini episode, I dive into why this belief can be paralyzing to our success, and how we can shift our beliefs to find freedom in our pursuit of purpose. 

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Dana Cavalea is a peak performance coach who spent 12 years with the New York Yankees as their Director of Strength and Conditioning & Performance Enhancement. Dana has worked along side baseball greats like Derek Jeter, Alex Rodriguez, Andy Pettitte, Mariano Rivera and a whole lot more.

In this episode we dive into fitness, what works best for people in terms of daily routines, nutrition and share a bit about his time with the Yankees.

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Some questions Connor asks...

• Could share a defining moment for you? (2:16)

• How did you get to be involved with the Yankees organization? (5:17)

• How did you differentiate yourself in the field? (12:15)

• Can you share some things you see with routines? (21:26)

• What are some foundational things about strength and conditioning you can share? (38:13)

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Jeff Salzenstein was a top 100 world ranked ATP professional in singles and doubles and was the oldest American to break the top 100 in the world for the first time after the age of 30. During his 11 year pro career riddled with injuries, surgeries, and setbacks, Jeff became fascinated by human performance especially in the areas of mindset and healthy living and has made it his mission to develop himself in these areas so that he can support his client’s growth and transformation. Jeff was a 2 time All-American, national champion and team captain at Stanford University where he received his BA in Economics.

Jeff is committed to helping visionary leaders (executives, entrepreneurs, and athletes) create more success and fulfillment so that they can live their best lives possible. He helps his clients see their “blind spots” and powerfully coaches them to create strategies and tools to make breakthroughs in life. Jeff is a true “cornerman” in every sense of the word.  Part coach, mentor, confidant, and friend, Jeff connects with his clients on a deep level, asking thoughtful questions while drawing on his unique perspective as a successful entrepreneur, world class tennis coach, and former professional tennis player.  Jeff’s true genius lies in his ability to blend intuition and experience to create a deep level of trust, accountability and inspiration for his clients so that they feel excited to create more positive change in their lives.  Jeff loves sharing powerful perspective and wisdom that can create massive shifts, clarity, and transformation.

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Some questions Connor asks...

• Could you share a defining moment for you? - 4:07

• Did You Know Your Brother Was Using Drugs? And Did You Know You Wanted To Start To Move Away From Tennis? - 6:06

• How Did You Navigate The Transition Of Stepping Away From Tennis? - 9:39

• What Were Some Key Things You’Ve Learned From Tennis That You Use In Your Couching Practice? - 13:37

• What Are Some Of The Question You Like To Ask Those You Coach To Help Navigate Their Transition? - 16:24

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Talking points: AI, gender wars, masculinity, culture, relationships, dating, archetypes, myth

All I can tell you is: this is a big one! Traver and I did an episode exchange for this one, and we always (I mean always) have great, wide-ranging conversations. It’s one of the bes gifts that comes from having old friends. 

This is the episode to listen to if you want to hear directly from two men’s coaches who have hands on experience with what men are undergoing these days, and some of the ways we can regulate and manage what seems to be ever-increasing chaos.

[00:03:52] - How social media conversations have gotten a lot more intense—and why
[00:11:03] - How this is affecting men in general
[00:16:57] - So much bad s**t is happening. What does your average man do?
[00:26:56] - What used to be “luxuries” like a morning meditation practice are now tools for survival
[00:33:02] - The effect even a basic participation in online toxicity can have
[00:43:39] - “How do we get men back engaged in relationship itself?”
[00:58:43] - The greatest gift you can give your partner
[01:05:16] - Men need myth
[01:11:50] - Why AI needs to be trained on myth

Traver Boehm is the author of the books “Today I Rise” and “Man UNcivilized”. He’s a two-time TEDx speaker, men’s coach, and the founder of the UNcivilized Men’s Movement. He’s helped men worldwide to become UNcivilized as they wake up to the power of their hearts, the brilliance of their bodies, and the wisdom of their souls so they can blaze their own path by uniquely blending both the primal and the divine within them.

He is dedicated to doing his part to help end the suffering in men, and the suffering caused by men, by guiding them through their own journey into an actualized version of masculinity.

Connect with Traver

-Website: https://www.manuncivilized.com/

-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/traverboehm/

-Podcast: https://www.manuncivilized.com/blog/

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(Apologies in advance, something was up with the audio for this one) Now and then, I put out the call and feature a session with someone I’ve never worked with before. This work took place over the course of an hour or so, and we've shorted it here for easier listening.

My guest today is someone who grew up in a hostile environment, and his end result as an adult was a feeling of numbness and a hard time recognizing the emotions he felt. We work to identify and give voice to what he's feeling, particularly his anger and sadness.

I've wrestled with numbness too, and I'm sure there are a lot of guys out there in similar situations. So listen in and don't forget to share with someone you feel might benefit from this kind of work.

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I try not to wrestle too much with political topics on the show, but there have been a number of men—many of them former military—who asked me to at least say something about the US withdrawal from Afghanistan and the extreme range of reactions to what happened. So here is what came up. If you (or someone you know) served, is struggling, and needs support, please DM me @mantalks on Instagram.

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Confidence. We all want more of it, even though we consume loads of content on it. So does it have to be something so hard to achieve consistently? I don't think so.

In this episode, I outline five simple building blocks you can use to be more confident overall. Notice I said they were simple, but not necessarily easy! They require practice and commitment. Listen in.

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Connor gets REAL on the price of success after some recent set backs.

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What is men’s work? What happens there and why should any man do it?

The simple answer is: it helps you face your darkness, demons, and dysfunction so you can unlock your potential. This episode breaks down the benefits of men’s work and why every man should do it

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In this episode, Francis and I discuss the role of community in processing grief, the cult of specialness, our addiction to progress, using beauty and ritual to stay mentally healthy, and how obsession with individualism has crippled our ability to feel like we belong. That’s just the tip of the iceberg with a man like Francis, and it’s a great honor to hear him speak with such depth and clarity on these complex subjects.

Francis Weller, MFT, is a psychotherapist, writer, and soul activist. He is a master of synthesizing diverse streams of thought from psychology, anthropology, mythology, alchemy, indigenous cultures, and poetic traditions. Author of The Wild Edge of Sorrow: Rituals of Renewal and the Sacred Work of Grief, The Threshold Between Loss and Revelation, (with Rashani Réa), and In the Absence of the Ordinary: Essays in a Time of Uncertainty, he has introduced the healing work of ritual to thousands of people. He founded and directs WisdomBridge, an organization that offers educational programs that seek to integrate the wisdom from indigenous cultures with the insights and knowledge gathered from western poetic, psychological, and spiritual traditions. 

As a gifted therapist and teacher, Francis has been described as a jazz artist, improvising and moving fluidly in and out of deep emotional territories with groups and individuals, bringing imagination and attention to places often held with judgment and shame.

Francis received a B.A. from the University of Wisconsin Green Bay and two Master’s Degrees from John F. Kennedy University in Clinical Psychology and Transpersonal Psychology. His writings have appeared in anthologies and journals exploring the confluence between psyche, nature, and culture. His work was featured in The Sun magazine (October 2015) the Utne Reader (Fall 2016) and the Kosmos Journal. (Winter 20201) He is a frequent presenter and keynote speaker at conferences, bringing insight, poetry and a breath of humor to his talks. Francis is currently on staff at Commonweal Cancer Help Program, co-leading their week-long retreats with Michael Lerner. He has taught at Sonoma State University, the Sophia Center in Oakland, and has been the featured teacher at the Minnesota Men's Conference. He is currently completing his third book, A Trail on the Ground: The Geography of Soul.

He has created three CD sets, two focusing on healing shame and one on “Restoring the Soul of the World.” His latest offerings are a 10-session audio series on "Living a Soulful Life and Why It Matters." and ​"The Alchemy of Initiation: Soul Work and the Art of Ripening."

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• Website: https://www.francisweller.net/
• Books: https://www.francisweller.net/books.html
• Programs: https://www.francisweller.net/programs--workshops.html

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What stops you from going all in and making your dreams a reality?

There can be a number of reasons, but this mini episode breaks down the most common reasons and shares insight from a few brilliant minds on how to live a life built on the foundation of going all in.

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Harris O’Malley (AKA Dr. NerdLove) is an Austin-based, syndicated advice columnist and dating coach who provides geek dating advice at Paging Dr. NerdLove and his bi-weekly advice column “Ask Dr. NerdLove” on Kotaku.
He and his work has been featured on Nightline, Fusion TV, The Guardian, New York Magazine, The Huffington Post, Wired, Sex Nerd Sandra, Daily Life, Slate, The Austin-American Statesman, Austin Monthly, Geek and Sundry, Boing Boing, Everyday Feminism, Buzzfeed, The Daily Dot, The Washington Post, Kotaku, Lifehacker, NeilStrauss.com, The Good Man Project, MTV’s Guy Code, The Harvard Business Journal, and many others.

New Game Plus: The Geek's Guide To Love, Sex and Dating 
https://www.amazon.com/New-Game-Geeks-Guide-Dating/dp/0996487115/ref=as_li_ss_tl?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=&linkCode=sl1&tag=pagdrner-20&linkId=343637642641888ba22a9d404dae09ba

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7 Day Relationship Reset - https://vienna-pharaon.mykajabi.com/Relationship-Reset

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Talking points: archetypes, psychology, relationships

I genuinely feel this is one of the most important concepts we as men should understand. It affects a lot of us, and it definitely affected me. It definitely fits the word "complex", but it's absolutely something you can work on. So grab a notepad, dig in, and share with any man you think would benefit.

(00:00:00) - Intro, definition, and why knowing about this is useful

(00:08:09) - What causes this split?

(00:21:55) - Rounding up what kind of man is at risk of this, and where to start healing

(00:26:04) - What are you hiding, and what do you reveal

(00:32:16) - Important: have conversations

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Talking points: porn, masculinity, culture, redpill, relationships, dating, anxiety, mental health, loneliness

Every January, we get a spike of newcomers to the podcast, and this year I decided to give them a warm welcome by compiling some of the hardest-hitting and most popular episodes of the year.

If you're new to the show, dig in and see what convos mattered most to the community. If you're a longtime listener, now may be the chance to catch something you missed!

(00:00:00) - Stirling Cooper on how porn impacts a man in the bedroom

(00:04:46) - Advice for talking to your son about porn

(00:10:43) - Scott Galloway on how the conversation around men is shifting, and why

(00:13:21) - The knock-on effects of what men are struggling with

(00:10:26) - Again, NOT saying this is wrong, but what are we creating further down the line?

(00:11:40) - You can already see some consequences in the data

(00:19:13) - A new definition of masculinity

(00:26:42) - Scott on why guys like Andrew Tate are so popular

(00:31:21) - Jillian Turecki on helping a partner through hardship, grief, and regret

(00:39:17) - What goes into choosing a partner—and why we sometimes choose the wrong one

(00:49:19) - The Disneyfication of modern relationships 

(00:52:20) - John Delony on the correlation between body disconnection and anxiety

(00:56:16) - John’s definition of anxiety

(01:00:53) - Do men have different things generally making them anxious?

(01:05:09) - Loneliness CAUSES anxiety

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Ajit Nawalkha is an entrepreneur, business coach, founder of Evercoach author of The Book of Coaching and a co-founder of Mindvalley. Ajit's company Evercoach - is a virtual hub for coaches. Though courses, conferences and community of Evercoach Ajit is helping to thousands of passionate, purposeful coaches to learn timeless methodologies and latest and tools to elevate their game.

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In this episode, a previous anon guest is joining me for a second time. Our previous session was powerful, and I wanted to have him on again to look at his long time struggles with body image, weight, and the relationship his father archetype has with all of it. This is a great opportunity to get a feel for what 1-on-1 shadow work is actually like, so I encourage you to listen in.

For our first session, check out the episode "Healing From Family Addiction" released November 2nd.

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Lewis Howes is the author of The School of Greatness. He is a lifestyle entrepreneur, business coach and keynote speaker. A former professional football player and two-sport All-American, he is a current USA Men’s National Handball Team athlete. Howes hosts The School of Greatness podcast and was recognized by President Obama as one of the top 100 entrepreneurs in the country under 30. He has been featured in The New York Times, People, Men’s Health, The Today Show and other major media outlets.

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Holy crap it's the last day of November! Which means it's almost the end of the year, which also means the season of gift giving. We can get stressed out when thinking about buying gifts, but Roger Nairn has a tip to help you destress when thinking about what to "buy."

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Oneitis..... The idea that theres only one person, one job, one calling...

Some people spend years trying to find their one thing. In this video I dive into why this might be the exact thing holding you back and how to learn from it to find a deeper sense of freedom and fulfillment.

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What happens when abused boys become men? How are boys shaped into men who have been abused and how does this shape them as leaders, husbands, and fathers? How do men work through trauma, abuse, abandonment, and sexual abuse? 

In this unique, first of it's kind episode, I interview a client who has faced and been through many of these things. Much of it has been talked about and worked through in a therapeutic or coaching setting, but some still needs to be addressed. In this setting, the anonymous client and I talk about his journey. He shares stories from his childhood and connects the dots to how his past shaped his future. We talk about how he has worked through these challenging experiences, how he has repeated relationships in his family, and how he as a father is now raising his son. 

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Talking points: attachment, relationships

The way you connect with others really can change for the better, and it's important to know when you're headed in the right direction. If you or your partner has an avoidant attachment style—aka shutdown in conflict, emotional distancing, etc.—this one's for you. Listen in.

Not sure what avoidant attachment is? Check out A Man's Guide To Avoidant Attachment: https://lnk.to/3anA6L

(00:00:00) - Intro and what you need to understand first

(00:02:25) - Sign number one: more emotional availability

(00:04:41) - Number two: Better conflict navigation

(00:07:01) - Number three: you aren’t debating ending the relationship at the first sign of trouble

(00:08:01) - Number four: a deeper sense of trust

(00:10:08) - Number five: their needs are more clear, AND they’re moving to meet your needs more often

***

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We get way too caught up in the idea that personal development is always expansion, always growth, always becoming. That, my friends, is not true. In this episode, I break down my main issue with personal development, and what we need to talk about in order to lock in actual growth. To me, personal development has just as much “unbecoming” as it does “becoming”.

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